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N4 is proud to rely on the expertise of members that volunteer as subject-matter experts on the different topics discussed within our network.
Ethics and Contemporary Social Issues: Immigration and Integration
N4-SPU Program: Empowering professionals and organizations across Canada
Speakers: Renette Amirault-Laing, Laura Callaghan, Chantal Walsh
The speakers from the IWK Health Centre discuss the N4 Network and the N4-SPU Program, highlight examples of how the Newcomer Navigation lens has applied to the different department roles within IWK, and illustrate resources available through N4 that clinicians can use.
2022 N4 CONFERENCE: Abstract review is underway
The abstract review is underway, and all decision notifications will be shared with the primary author in early December. Stay tuned for further information on the program and registration details.
Get a sneak peek at the amazing lineup we have scheduled for the N4 Conference.
Registration will open in December 2021.
Monthly Theme
Advocating for children and women’s rights
In honour of World Children’s Day on November 20, and the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women on November 25, we would like to embrace these important days as powerful tools to advocate for children and women’s rights.
Featured Member
Dr. Bukola Salami is an N4 member, an N4 Subject Matter Expert (SME), and an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Nursing at the University of Alberta. Dr. Salami also has lived experience as a former newcomer to Canada – originally from Nigeria, she...
New Members
Some of the cities and provinces our newest members come from:
Athabasca, AB · Burnaby, BC · Calgary, AB · Charlottetown, PEI · Edmonton, AB · Fredericton, NB · Halifax, NS · Hamilton, ON · Kitchener, ON · Langley, BC · London, ON · Mississauga, ON · Moncton, NB · Montreal, QC · Ottawa, ON · Penticton, BC · Peterborough, ON · Prince George, BC · Regina, SK · Saskatoon, SK · St. John's, NL · Surrey, BC · Swift Current, SK · Toronto, ON · Vancouver, BC · Victoria, BC · Windsor, ON · Winnipeg, MB · Yarmouth, NS
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N4 NEEDS YOUR INPUT: Brief survey
Please help us by responding to our brief survey about your experiences with N4 and your information needs.
It may take 10 minutes or less to complete!
Your participation in this study is voluntary. If you have questions, you may contact Ilene Hyman, N4 Evaluation Consultant.
Featured Webinar
What is normal, what is disability?
Speaker: Dr. Monique Lanoix - Associate Professor, Saint Paul University, Ottawa, ON
Dec 3, 2021 · 1 PM EST · English · 1 hour · Free
Upcoming Webinars
Nov 25, 2021 · 1 PM EST · English · 1.5 hours · Free
Challenges & Priorities for Anti-Violence Work with Women with Precarious Immigration Status
Host: Leah Woolner
Panelists: Rosa-Elena Arteaga, Juvaria Yasser, Diana Gallego, María Ramírez Bolaños
Register nowDec 3, 2021 · 1 PM EST · English · 1 hour · Free
What is normal, what is disability?
Presenter: Dr. Monique Lanoix
Register nowJan 26, 2022 · 1 PM EST · English · 1 hour · Free
Navigating the 2021 Afghan Refugee Crisis: Lessons Learned from the Past to Prepare
Speakers: TBD
Register now
Featured Event
Ethicist-led Case Based Learning
In this interactive session, Dr. Michelle Mullen and Ethics Coaches will guide us through an ethical dilemma and explore possible options for responding to the dilemma using an ethical framework.
Speaker: Dr. Michelle Mullen · Consultant Bio-ethicist at CHEO and Associate Professor at the University of Ottawa
Jan 19, 2022 · 1:00 PM EST · English · 2 hours · Free
* Limited to 30 participants
We are inviting participants to submit a case for discussion. If you would like to submit a case, please share a de-identified ethically challenging scenario you have encountered in your professional role when working with newcomers that could be presented for discussion. Please send the case discussion to Andrew Tomayer, N4 Education Coordinator, no later than January 6th 2022.
Upcoming Events
Nov 29-Dec 3, 2021 · Online · By Canadian Council for Refugees - CCR
Fall Virtual Consultation: Welcoming newcomers with open borders
RegisterDec 1, 2021 · Online · By AAISA, SAISIA, MANSO
2021 Prairies & Northern Territories Fall Summit
RegisterDec 7-9, 2021 · Online · By AAISA
2021 Settlement and Integration Conference
RegisterDec 16-17, 2021 · Online · By Metropolis
Metropolis Francophonie Mondiale Conference: Migration, integration, inclusion
RegisterJan 19, 2022 · Online · By N4
Ethicist-led Case Based Learning
Speaker: Dr. Michelle Mullen
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Featured Organization
Vancouver Island Counselling Centre for Immigrants and Refugees (VICCIR)
VICCIR removes the barriers preventing access to mental health support to refugees and immigrants of all ages and genders. Individuals, couples and whole families are eligible for service from experienced registered clinical counsellors who have received additional training in intercultural trauma treatment.
News Feed
Ottawa Citizen: Saint Paul University: Ottawa’s engaged, human, open and spiritual university is a hidden gem
“Saint Paul University is fostering a coalition of change among people of all ages and experience levels who share a commitment to serving their community, whatever that community may be,” says Chantal Beauvais... Read more
Ryerson University: Interactive dashboard helps assess COVID-19 impact on immigrant workers
CERC Migration's Data and Methods Lab designed this dashboard to help researchers segment the immigrant worker population to analyze how various groups are being impacted by COVID-19 relative to... Read more
Algonquin College: Occupation-specific Language Training (OSLT)
Do you currently work and need to improve your language skills? Discover how OSLT can you help you improve your career. Occupation-specific Language Training (OSLT) is FREE for newcomers to Ontario... Read more
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